The Czech Republic submitted its updated National Energy and Climate Plan to the European Commission, showcasing a commitment to significant growth in renewable and nuclear energy capacities. Minister Lukáš Vlček highlighted the plan's focus on cost-effective achievement of EU decarbonisation targets while ensuring energy security and affordability. The plan outlines a trajectory where renewable energy sources (RES) in electricity generation will increase to 46% by 2050, alongside a substantial rise in nuclear energy share. Notably, the plan does not introduce new obligations for private entities and emphasizes transitioning away from natural gas towards renewable and low-emission gases, which includes hydrogen. Minister Petr Hladik stressed the importance of this long-term strategy for reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2030, with key initiatives such as boosting RES production, enhancing energy efficiency, and phasing out coal entirely by 2033. The Czech Republic's ambitious energy plan includes expansion in nuclear capacity through new power units and small modular reactors to further bolster its energy mix.